Delicate and delicious petits fours recipe

Petits fours are small bite-sized confections that are perfect for serving at parties or as a sweet treat. These dainty little cakes are typically glazed or decorated with icing and can be customized with various flavors and fillings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 6 eggs
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Assorted jams or frosting for filling
• Icing sugar for decoration

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a petit fours pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture.
4. Gently fold in the flour until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Once cooled, cut the cake into small squares and slice each square in half horizontally.
7. Fill each petit four with jam or frosting, then sandwich them back together.
8. Mix icing sugar with a little water to make a thick glaze and drizzle over the petits fours.
9. Let the icing set before serving these delightful treats.

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